Maintenance And Storage - Toro 71254 Operator's Manual

– Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while
refuelling.
– Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove
the cap of the fuel tank or add fuel while the engine is
running or when the engine is hot.
– If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine
but move the machine away from the area of spillage
and avoid creating any source of ignition until fuel
vapors have dissipated.
– Replace all fuel tanks and container caps securely.
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Replace faulty silencers.
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Before using, always visually inspect to see that the
blades, blade bolts, and cutter assembly are not worn or
damaged. Replace worn or damaged blades and bolts in
sets to preserve balance.
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On multi-bladed machines, take care, as rotating one
blade can cause other blades to rotate.
Operation
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Do not operate the engine in a confined space where
dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.
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Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light.
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Before attempting to start the engine, disengage all blade
attachment clutches and shift into neutral.
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Do not use on slopes of more than
– 10° when mowing on side hills;
– 15° when mowing uphill;
– 15° when mowing downhill.
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Remember there is no such thing as a safe slope. Travel
on grass slopes requires particular care. To guard against
overturning:
– do not stop or start suddenly when going up or
downhill;
– apply pressure to the traction control slowly, especially
when travelling downhill;
– machine speeds should be kept low on slopes and
during tight turns;
– stay alert for humps and hollows and other hidden
hazards;
– never mow across the face of the slope, unless the
machine is designed for this purpose.
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Use care when pulling loads or using heavy equipment.
– Use only approved drawbar hitch points.
– Limit loads to those you can safely control.
– Do not turn sharply. Use care when reversing.
– Use counterweight(s) or wheel weights when
suggested in the instruction handbook.
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Lightning can cause severe injury or death. If you see
lightning or hear thunder in the area, do not operate the
machine; seek shelter.
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Watch out for traffic when crossing or near roadways.
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Stop the blades rotating before crossing surfaces other
than grass.
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When using any attachments, never direct discharge of
material toward bystanders nor allow anyone near the
machine while in operation.
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Never operate the machine with damaged guards or
without safety protective devices in place.
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Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed
the engine. Operating the engine at excessive speed can
increase the hazard of personal injury.
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Before leaving the operator's position:
– disengage the power take-off and lower the
attachments;
– remove your foot from the traction-control pedal;
– stop the engine and remove the key.
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Disengage drive to attachments, stop the engine, and
disconnect the spark-plug wire(s) or remove the ignition
key
– before clearing blockages or unclogging the chute;
– before checking, cleaning, or working on the machine;
– after striking a foreign object. Inspect the machine
for damage and make repairs before restarting and
operating the machine;
– if the machine starts to vibrate abnormally (check
immediately).
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Disengage drive to attachments when transporting or not
in use.
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Stop the engine and disengage drive to attachment
– before refuelling;
– before removing the grass catcher;
– before making height adjustment unless adjustment
can be made from the operator's position.
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Reduce the throttle setting during engine run-out and, if
the engine is provided with a shut-off valve, turn the fuel
off at the conclusion of mowing.

Maintenance and Storage

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Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.
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Never store the equipment with fuel in the tank inside a
building where fumes can reach an open flame or spark.
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Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
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To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine, silencer,
battery compartment and fuel storage area free of grass,
leaves, or excessive grease.
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Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or
deterioration.
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Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
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